"Wetin We Gain" is a song by Nigerian singer and songwriter Victor AD. It was released by ETIN Records on June 17, 2018.[1] The song peaked at number 3 on Africa Charts' list of the "Surprise Nigerian Hit Songs of 2018".[2] The accompanying music video for "Wetin We Gain" has garnered over 12 million views on YouTube.
| "Wetin We Gain" | ||||
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| Single by Victor AD | ||||
| Released | June 17, 2018 | |||
| Recorded | June 2018 | |||
| Genre | Afrobeats | |||
| Length | 3:35 | |||
| Label | ETIN Records | |||
| Songwriter(s) | Victor AD | |||
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| Music video | ||||
| "Wetin We Gain" on YouTube | ||||
Composition
edit"Wetin We Gain" focuses on themes of materialism and material success. Victor AD described the song as a "hustler's anthem" and said it is based on his personal experiences; he also characterized it as a conversation between God and himself.[3] According to the sheet music published at yallemedia.com, "Wetin We Gain" is written in the key of G#major with a tempo of 64 beats per minute. The song follows a chord progression of G# - C# -D#.[4][5]
Music video
editThe official music video for "Wetin We Gain" was uploaded to YouTube on July 27, 2018; it was directed by Adindu Collins. An alternative video, featuring a live performance of the song, was released to YouTube on January 19, 2019.[6]
Reception
edit"Wetin We Gain" received positive reviews from music critics. Joey Akan of The Guardian called it an "aspirational song" and said it represents "the Nigerian dream".[7] Pulse Nigeria's Ehis Ohunyon commended Victor AD for "narrating the daily fears of the average Nigerian" and praised the song for "weaving its way into cultural sentiments without passing any judgement".[8]
Accolades
edit| Year | Awards ceremony | Award description(s) | Results | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Soundcity MVP Awards Festival | Listener's choice | Nominated | [9] |
| 2018 | South South Music Awards (SSMA) | Best Pop single; Best new act | Won | [10] |
| 2019 | The Headies | Song of the Year; Best Pop Single | Nominated | [11] |
Track listing
editCD single and digital download
- "Wetin We Gain" – 3:35
Other versions
- Rap version – 3:53
- Official extended live session – 5:15
References
edit- ^ Marcus Brown (June 15, 2018). "Victor AD – "Wetin You Gain"". TooXclusive. Retrieved 18 April 2020.
- ^ "SURPRISE NIGERIAN HIT SONGS OF 2018". Retrieved March 5, 2020.
- ^ "Wetin We Gain' Was a Motivation to Hustlers Not Robbers – Victor AD". Retrieved March 5, 2020.
- ^ Victor, Adere. "CHORDS: Victor Ad – Wetin We Gain Chord Progression and Solfa Notes on Piano, Guitar, Sax, Violin & Bass". yallemedia.com. Retrieved March 5, 2020.
- ^ Victor, Adere. "Victor AD Wetin We Gain". tunebat.com. Retrieved March 5, 2020.
- ^ "Victor AD | Wetin We Gain Live Session". YouTube. January 19, 2019. Retrieved March 5, 2020.
- ^ "The Nigerian Dream: "Wetin We Gain?"". The Guardian. October 26, 2018. Retrieved March 5, 2020.
- ^ "Victor AD's 'Wetin We Gain' is the theme song for the average Nigerian youth". Pulse NG. October 31, 2018. Retrieved March 5, 2020.
- ^ Ehis Ohunyon (January 6, 2019). "SoundCity MVP Awards Festival 2018: Burna wins big, Teni is Best New Artist at third edition". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 10 October 2023.
- ^ Sesan Adeniji (December 3, 2018). "The South South Music Awards (SSMA 2018) Lived Up To Its Billing". MyStreetz Nigeria. Retrieved 10 October 2023.
- ^ Gbenga Bada (October 20, 2019). "Headies 2019: Here are all the winners at the 13th edition of music award". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 20 October 2019.